This week I have seen in Houston more than one layoff where the persons direct manager was not even present or broke the news to them when they got let Go, I know for a fact said Managers were in Houston that day.
I guess they want a Manager or Director title, but none of the real responsibilities of the job. You are man enough to write names on a list but not even look your employee in the eye and walk out with them with some dignity. You are pathetic.